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Morning Report Essentials for Friday 31 May
On today's episode, the Finance Minister Nicola Willis is defending the Government's Budget - saying the tax relief upholds her pledge on the campaign trail, while the Labour party is critical of the… Audio
Sports Chat for 31 May 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Sports News for 31 May 2024
The New Zealand Rugby Players Association have backed down from a threat to walk away from New Zealand Rugby. Audio
Proposal to revamp NZ Rugby governance fails
A proposal to revamp New Zealand Rugby's governance structure, backed by the NZ Rugby Players' Association and the NZ Māori Rugby Board received only 31 votes in favour while 59 were opposed. New… Audio
Ko and Korda struggle at US Open
New Zealand's Lydia Ko is among a couple of golf stars who have struggled during the opening round of the US Open in Pennsylvania.
Booze ban for French Tennis Open
The French Open has stopped fans drinking alcohol in the stands in a bid to end unruly behaviour.
Sports News for 31 May 2024
The Wellington Phoenix goalkeeper Alex Paulsen has been linked with a move to the English Premiership. Audio
Early Sports Chat for 31 May 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Phoenix keeper linked with move to Premier League
Paulsen, who has impressed in his two seasons as the Phoenix stopper, is on the radar of a number of clubs.
Dan Carter and Richie McCaw among rugby stars behind new charity
A group of current and former rugby players from around the world launched a charity aimed at helping players have healthy and fulfilling lives when they leave the sport.
Sports News for 31 May 2024
The French Open has stopped fans drinking alcohol in the stands in a bid to end unruly behaviour. Audio
NZR's provincial unions vote to stay put – what happens now?
Promises and threats were made over this now seriously divisive situation.
New Zealand rugby's civil war
Provincial rugby unions voted to reject New Zealand Rugby's proposal for a governance change, putting them on a collision course with the Players' Association. Audio
Top of the football world: The history of the beautiful game in France
In France, football is a way of life - and it just so happens they're very, very good at it, says author Tom Williams. Audio
First-time Football Ferns coach takes control in murky circumstances
The Football Ferns are on a seven-match unbeaten run and beyond the Japan friendlies are looking to the Olympics.
Warriors eye home sellout record
The Warriors will just need to fill the stadium in their final three games to reach 14 consecutive sellouts for the season.
NZR stoush rumbles on
The fight for governance change at New Zealand Rugby looks set to rumble with provincial unions comfortable with the prospect of the Players Association breaking away. Rugby reporter Joe Porter was at… Audio
Netball: Tonga names youthful side for Pacific series
The Talas netball team that will defend the Pacific Netball Series 2024 title in Brisbane next weekend will include eight under-21 players.
Provincial Unions not scared by threats to divide NZ Rugby
Threats from the Players' Association to split from New Zealand Rugby will not faze the Provincial Unions.
Boxing: Usyk v Fury rematch confirmed for December
Undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury are set to meet in a rematch on 21 December, according to the chairman of Saudi Arabia's general entertainment authority.